What if your future success hinges on the decisions you make today? In this eye-opening episode of Carlos V. Spencer Speaks, Carlos explores how everyday actions—no matter how small—carry the power to define the next 20 years of your life.

Drawing from real conversations with high achievers and timeless biblical wisdom, Carlos delivers a relatable, motivating message about the importance of vision, self-discipline, and taking immediate action. You’ll learn why clarity creates momentum, how to break free from procrastination using the 12-week year method, and how creating passive income streams can free your time and build long-term freedom.

More than inspiration, this episode offers practical tools for goal setting, building better habits, and aligning your daily life with your deepest purpose. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, creative, or simply someone tired of delaying your dreams, this conversation is your wake-up call.

✅ Learn how to:

• Apply the 12-week year to set focused, achievable goals
• Turn your vision into action with discipline and purpose
• Create passive income through books, courses, or content
• Replace comfort-seeking with clarity-driven living

Carlos reminds us: the best way to honor your future is to act in the present. If you’re ready to shift from wishful thinking to intentional living, this episode is for you.

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You work hard. You sacrifice. You climb. But what if the ladder you’ve been climbing is leaning against the wrong wall? In this episode of Black Dad Unfiltered, Carlos V Spencer exposes the cost of chasing goals that don’t align with your true purpose.

Through personal testimony and hard-hitting insight, Carlos shows why security without vision leaves you unfulfilled, why fear keeps people stuck, and why urgency is non-negotiable in today’s uncertain world. He proves that real success is not about money, but about living a purpose-driven life that leaves no room for regret.

This is an unfiltered call to stop waiting, stop hiding, and start living your vision.

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In this episode of The Playbook, Coach Rod sits down with Kareem Hinckson, Finance Executive, to uncover the real strategies behind navigating competitive industries and rising to leadership. From his early years in New York City as the youngest of seven, to teaching in the South Bronx, to making a bold pivot into finance, Kareem’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and adaptability.

Kareem shares the lessons that shaped his Finance Career Journey, from earning a football scholarship to launching a real estate business to advancing into executive leadership. His path highlights the importance of grit, humility, and the relentless drive to evolve. Along the way, he breaks down the realities of Workplace Equity, the power of Strategic Networking, and why Building Professional Capital is essential for long-term success.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into Career Pivot Success, how to develop a Growth Mindset, and the role of mentorship in Planting Seeds of Opportunity for future generations. Kareem offers Authentic Career Advice for Black professionals navigating Corporate America Navigation, sharing not only what it takes to succeed but how to remain authentic and community-minded while climbing the ladder.

This conversation is more than an Inspiring Career Story — it’s a playbook for breaking barriers, owning your narrative, and creating pathways for others. Whether you’re early in your career, working toward leadership, or simply looking for motivation to stay the course, this episode is built to empower and enlighten.

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✨ What if 80% of your thoughts were negative—and 90% of them repeated daily? ✨

In this bold and eye-opening episode, Carlos V. Spencer breaks down how your mindset can be the ultimate game-changer in work, life, and leadership. From elite tennis players to world-class track stars, Carlos reveals that what separates the good from the great isn’t just training or talent—it’s the mental game. 🧠💡

Using powerful real-life examples, he explains how athletes regulate their breathing, reframe setbacks, and reset focus in just seconds. That same principle applies to navigating careers, breaking through workplace barriers, and creating a sustainable path to success.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why a Growth Mindset is more powerful than talent alone.
• How Mental Toughness and Mental Resilience give you the edge when challenges arise.
• Practical steps to Break Negative Cycles and shift away from self-limiting patterns.
• The role of Self Belief and Positive Self Talk in building confidence at work.
• How to embrace a Success Mindset that unlocks potential you didn’t know you had.

Carlos also dives deep into the science of the subconscious mind—what he calls Subconscious Mind Power—and shows how simple daily habits, repetition, and intentional thought patterns can reprogram your brain for lasting achievement.

This episode is more than motivation—it’s a toolkit for the Black Community, for families, for professionals, and for anyone striving to rise above systemic barriers. For Black men especially, Carlos’s message resonates as both a challenge and an invitation: to lead with authenticity, resilience, and clarity. ✊🏾

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💡 What does it mean to protect your legacy? For too many Black families, foreclosure threatens not just a house, but generations of stability, equity, and pride. On this episode of The Playbook, host Coach Rod welcomes AJ Willis, the powerhouse advocate behind Wessex Mortgage Advocates, to share how knowledge and courage can transform the foreclosure battle into a story of resilience.

AJ’s journey from negotiator to homeowner advocate is inspiring—and his insights are life-changing. He explains how foreclosure is a lawsuit, not a single event, and why understanding the process empowers families to make informed choices instead of panicked ones. Together, AJ and Coach Rod unpack the systemic challenges—from predatory bank practices to weakened federal protections—that hit the Black Community hardest.

But this isn’t just about problems—it’s about solutions. You’ll hear how estate planning, early intervention, and community empowerment can flip the script and help families not only survive foreclosure but protect their dignity in the process.

This conversation is about more than mortgages—it’s about justice, strength, and the power of informed action. It’s a reminder that Black families can push back, reclaim their homes, and keep wealth and security where it belongs: in the community.

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What’s stopping you from making your next move? Too many of us wait for the “perfect moment” — but perfection is a lie. In this episode, Carlos V Spencer flips the script on procrastination and challenges you to take action today.

Through raw personal stories and unapologetic truth, Carlos breaks down how generational struggles with financial literacy shaped his journey — and why regret is wasted energy. Instead, he pushes us to apply new knowledge immediately, launch before we’re ready, and embrace the messy process of growth.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

• 🌱 A timeless proverb reminding you why today is the only day that matters
• 💡 How applying new knowledge NOW pays dividends for your future self
• 🚀 Why starting before you’re “ready” is the only way to actually get ready
• 📊 How feedback, failure, and iteration fuel long-term success
• 🎯 The “Ready, Fire, Aim” mindset that keeps you moving forward

This isn’t just motivation — it’s a call to action. Your future depends on the steps you take right now. No more waiting, no more excuses.

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What does it take to build a career that bridges wildlife conservation, veterinary medicine, and entrepreneurship? Dr. Nicole Dumas has lived that journey, and her story reveals the resilience and vision behind it.

Born in Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Dumas discovered her passion for animals at a young age, navigating cultural differences in pet ownership and charting a path that took her from marine biology to veterinary medicine. Her career spans work with jaguars, giraffes, and anacondas to running her own veterinary hospital in New York City. Along the way, she’s confronted the intense academic and emotional challenges of veterinary school, the realities of financial sacrifice, and the steep learning curve of business ownership.

Dr. Dumas’s journey shines a light on what it means to lead with purpose, embrace resilience, and uplift communities of color through representation and empowerment in fields where diversity is rare. Her candid reflections offer wisdom for aspiring veterinarians, entrepreneurs, and anyone pursuing a passion that demands both skill and heart.

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🔥 What’s holding you back from real growth? In this episode of Black Dad Unfiltered, we sit down with Carlos V Spencer — a voice who cuts through the noise with hard-earned wisdom, straight talk, and no fluff. This isn’t about theory; it’s about experience, lessons repeated until mastered, and the mindset it takes to rise above the distractions.

Carlos breaks down why repetition is the secret to mastery, why learning from others saves you time and pain, and why arrogance is the biggest roadblock in the journey of self-improvement. From the power of discipline to the art of staying humble, this conversation is packed with insights for anyone ready to level up.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Growth comes from mastering one lesson, not chasing many.
• Mentorship > mistakes — learn from others and save yourself setbacks.
• Resilience + humility = unstoppable progress.
• Real Black Excellence means uplifting your family and your community.

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What does it take to reimagine the arts as a tool for empowerment and equity? In this episode of The Playbook, we sit down with Kettia Ming, Executive Director of Black Theatre United, to unpack her inspiring journey from immigrant beginnings to leading one of the most impactful arts organizations in the country.

Raised in a Haitian Seventh-day Adventist household, Ketia shares how she overcame cultural barriers, launched one of New York City’s first art-based preschools, and built a thriving business that she eventually sold to major companies. Her story is about more than entrepreneurship—it’s about resilience, self-belief, and using creativity as a force for social change.

Now at the helm of Black Theatre United, Kettia is opening doors for the next generation, creating opportunities for black and brown youth to see themselves not just on stage, but also in the vital roles behind the curtain—production, marketing, lighting, and more. Her leadership is shaping a more inclusive arts landscape while reminding us all that the arts are powerful catalysts for justice and community building.

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What does it really cost to chase your dreams? In this episode of Black Dad Unfiltered, host Coach Rod sits down with Loycent Gordon, owner of the historic Neir’s Tavern — one of the oldest taverns in New York City — to explore the hidden cost of entrepreneurship, the sacrifices of fatherhood, and the resilience it takes to build a legacy.

Gordon shares his remarkable journey from humble immigrant beginnings and DJing to pay for college, to rescuing a nearly forgotten tavern, and balancing life as a husband, father, and firefighter. Along the way, he opens up about the emotional toll of fatherhood, the entrepreneurial burnout that comes with late nights and hidden struggles, and the importance of being present as a father while still pursuing professional purpose.

“You don’t always control destiny,” Gordon reflects. “But if you’re ever in doubt, just help someone. That’s how you find your way.” His story reminds us that entrepreneurial resilience, parenting sacrifices, and legacy building for family are deeply intertwined with identity and community.

Join the conversation as we unpack the balance (or lack thereof) between work and family, the mental health challenges entrepreneurs face, and why community accolades matter more than individual ones. This is an unfiltered look at Black fatherhood stories, Black identity in entrepreneurship, and what it truly means to belong.

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